Join Our Team as an Afternoon Wraparound Lead at Sheen Montessori Nursery
Are you passionate about inspiring young minds and creating a positive, engaging environment for children to thrive in? Do you want to be part of a nurturing team that's dedicated to making learning an exciting adventure for young learners? If so, we want YOU to be a part of our team
Location: Sheen Montessori Nursery, Palewell Common, East Sheen SW18 8RE
Position: Afternoon Wraparound Lead (Part-Time, Term-Time Only)
Hours: Monday to Friday, 12pm – 6pm
About Us:
At Sheen Montessori Nursery, we are proud to offer a premier Montessori experience that focuses on nurturing children's natural curiosity and love for learning. Our philosophy promotes independence, respect, and self-confidence, ensuring every child has the space to explore, grow, and develop in a supportive and engaging environment. As a term-time only nursery, we believe in creating a warm, welcoming atmosphere where both children and staff are excited to come every day
About the Role:
We're looking for a dedicated and enthusiastic Afternoon Wraparound Lead to join our team and support children aged 2 to 4 years old during the afternoon session. This is a vital role where you'll help transition children from their morning lessons to engaging and fun activities, ensuring their safety, happiness, and well-being. You'll be guiding them through afternoon routines, supporting their play, and fostering a positive, interactive space for everyone to enjoy.
Key Responsibilities:
* Supervise and engage with children during both indoor and outdoor activities, ensuring they're safe, happy, and thriving.
* Support children with daily routines, from snack time to personal care, promoting independence and self-confidence.
* Collaborate closely with our wonderful team of educators to provide consistent care and a fun, creative afternoon.
* Communicate with parents to share updates on their child's afternoon activities and progress.
What We're Looking For:
We want someone who's passionate about early childhood education, with a genuine love for helping children learn and grow. Ideally, you will have:
* A minimum Level 3 qualification in Early Years/Childcare (essential).
* Previous experience working with young children in a nursery, school or childcare setting.
* A love for working with children aged 2-4 years old and supporting their development in a fun, hands-on way.
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
* Ability to work as part of a collaborative, friendly team.
* Montessori experience is a bonus, but not essential
Why Sheen Montessori Nursery?
When you join us, you'll be joining a supportive, enthusiastic team who are dedicated to making a real difference in children's lives. Here's what you can expect as part of the Sheen Montessori family:
* A competitive salary: £22,000 - £24,000 per year, with pay from £18.80 per hour.
* Generous holiday benefits: Enjoy all school holidays and half terms off, plus 5 weeks of paid holiday
* Development opportunities: We're committed to your growth with talent development and paid training.
* Additional benefits: Company pension, healthcare package, cycle-to-work scheme, referral programme, and more.
* Personal days: We understand life happens, so we offer personal days to take when you need them for those unexpected moments.
* Work-life balance: Term-time only role, with afternoons free to spend with your own family or enjoy your personal time.
Sheen Montessori is Committed to Safeguarding:
We take safeguarding seriously and are a Safer Recruitment employer. All job offers are subject to an Enhanced DBS Check and at least two references.
Ready to Make a Difference?
If you're excited about the opportunity to join a passionate team and contribute to the development of young learners, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today by sending your CV
If you have any questions or would like to learn more about the role, feel free to reach out We can't wait to hear from you.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: £22,000.00-£24,000.00 per year
Benefits:
* Company pension
* On-site parking
* Sick pay
Application question(s):
* Do you hold a minimum of a NVQ Level 3 childcare qualification or equivalent?
* Are you able to commit to work Monday- Friday from 12pm-6pm as our afternoon wraparound lead?
Work Location: In person